Laura Benanti on Mayor of Kingstown: The Character Cindy’s Strong Moral Code

dy. In an interview with TVBrittanyF.com, Laura shared her thoughts on what her character had to go through at the end of Season 4—and what she’d like to see for Cindy in a potential Mayor of Kingstown Season 5.

Laura opened up about the challenges she faced while portraying Cindy, mentioning her fear of blood—even fake blood. Overcoming this fear to bring Cindy to life on screen was a huge accomplishment for her. She reflected on how Cindy’s character evolved over the course of the season, especially in the intense final episodes where she had to make difficult decisions and confront harrowing situations.

When asked about Cindy’s relationship with Mike, played by Jeremy Renner, Laura highlighted the complexity of their dynamic, both being damaged individuals living within a broken system. She emphasized Cindy’s strong sense of right and wrong, her role as a mother, and her willingness to help those in need, like Kyle.

Reflecting on the emotional scenes involving Matthew Del Negro’s character, Laura praised his performance and the humanity he brought to the role of Breen. She shared insights into how difficult it was for Cindy to make tough decisions in those moments, especially considering the kindness she perceived from Breen before his violent outburst.

Despite the challenges of portraying such intense scenes back-to-back, Laura emphasized that digging deep into her character’s emotions is all part of her job as an actor. She expressed gratitude for the support she received on set, including hugs and assistance from the set medic.

Looking ahead to a potential Season 5, Laura discussed how she and the team have explored Cindy’s backstory and previous relationships to deepen her character. She expressed interest in uncovering more about Cindy’s past to better understand her motivations and the journey that brought her to where she is now.

Mayor of Kingstown Season 4 is now available for streaming on Paramount+. Fans can tune in to see Laura Benanti’s riveting performance as Cindy Stephens in this gripping drama series.